1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Punto | SC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
